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The Blue Ball Exeter, Exeter, Devon

The Blue Ball Exeter

4.6
4.6
956 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
23:30
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
The Blue Ball team offer a warm welcome to one and all at the Blue Ball Inn, a fine turn of the 17th Century thatched pub and restaurant with accommodation in Sandygate on the edge of Exeter Devon.

Considered to be one of the prettiest pubs in the area, the Blue Ball Inn is the ideal location should you wish to visit us for a glass of wine, a pint of traditional real ale, a tasty bar snack or an enjoyable lunch or evening meal in our delightful restaurant. Inside, you will find a relaxed ambiance full of style and comfort with its cosy interior. During the cooler months the real log-burning fire creates a lovely atmosphere whilst in warmer months you can sit outside in our beer garden which enhances this charming restaurant and pub watering hole.

Our head chef takes real pleasure in cooking culinary delights and delicacies using Devon's finest produce that always reflects the season of the year.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01392 873401
  • Website
    http://blueballpub.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    ROBERT PALMER
  • Location
    Sandygate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7JL
  • Area
    Exeter
  • Parking details
    Ample parking provided in the car park or behind the pub.
  • Public transit
    Newcourt or Digby Sowton train station.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Menu

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What 956 people are saying

The Blue Ball Exeter reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Devon

    Good for business meals

  • Devon

    Good for groups

  • Devon

    British

  • East Devon

    Best Overall

  • East Devon

    Best Food

  • East Devon

    Best Service

  • East Devon

    Best Ambience

  • East Devon

    Best Value

  • East Devon

    Great for brunch

  • East Devon

    Good for groups

  • East Devon

    Healthy

  • East Devon

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East Devon

    Great for fine wines

  • East Devon

    Good for special occasions

  • East Devon

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • East Devon

    Lively

  • East Devon

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Blue Ball Exeter offers a welcoming atmosphere with a "fantastic" Sunday roast and "excellent" food quality. Guests praise the "friendly and helpful" staff, varied menu, and dog-friendly environment. Some note occasional slow service, but the overall experience remains "lovely" and "highly recommended" by many patrons.

956 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great communication, very accommodating. We had Sunday lunch that was superp. We were able to get extra potatoes and gravy easily. Only criticism is the wine was slightly expensive, but still very good. We also had breakfast outside.

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  2. Ali

    Devon2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Don't book a table on a rugby match day. The car park is used for rugby car parking and parking is a nightmare. We were celebrating a birthday but we felt a bit overlooked especially seated by the front door and when everyone came in after the match finished. Food was ok but nothing special.

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  3. Robert

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing atmosphere, great food. We had Sunday lunch, great quality and ample portion size. Highly recommended. Even had someone on car park to ensure we had a space and wasn’t used by Exeter Chiefs fans who were playing at home on the same day.

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  4. Tony

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent venue for a pre match breakfast before Visiting Sandy Park. The Food was nice, staff friendly and accommodating. Bonus of having match day parking and a short walk to the stadium.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Me and my partner always go to the blue ball for date night, the food is worth every penny and the service is always outstanding

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  6. Tracy

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lush food. Really busy, but still had great personal service. Will definitely be back for another visit

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  7. Luke

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely pub and the food and staff were excellent. The beef was delicious and the veg was out of this world particularly the red cabbage and parsnips

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  8. Susan

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! Had such a lovely lunch in the newish beautiful conservatory. Everything so clean and smart. Will be back again soon.

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  9. Tracy

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dine here whenever we are in Exeter and the food, service and ambiance are always exceptional

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  10. Denise

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service,very happy with our experience

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The Blue Ball Exeter is rated 4.6 stars by 956 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Blue Ball Exeter

Sandygate, Exeter, Devon EX2 7JL

Additional information

  • Area
    Exeter
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Sat 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking provided in the car park or behind the pub.
  • Public transit
    Newcourt or Digby Sowton train station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    ROBERT PALMER
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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